Village of Beverly Hills Seeking Sculpture Artists
Selected artists will receive a $1200 stipend.
High Schoolers in Oakland County Invited to Enter Financial Empowerment Arts Contest
“This contest invites students to bring their imagination forward while engaging with themes that have real impact on their futures,” said Oakland Schools Superintendent Kenneth Gutman.
Still Time to Enter Oakland County’s Local Gems Sweepstakes
Oakland County’s Local Gems Sweepstakes continues to the end of this month, so there is still time to get your small business shopping selfies in!
Nominations Sought for Hometown Health Hero Awards
The online nomination form is available at Michigan.gov/MPHW and must be submitted no later than Friday, Dec. 19.
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Kimberly Taylor Charged in Death of Oakland County Road Commission Worker in July Crash on Orchard Lake Road
“I would like to thank the families of the victims for their patience while we investigated the cause of this crash. The investigators worked diligently on this case, striving to determine how this tragic crash happened,” said Farmington Hills Police Chief John Piggott.
Local Governments Are Hiring – List of Employment Pages for Cities, Townships, & Villages
From part time and seasonal jobs working in parks, pools, and Departments of Public Works to full-time careers, local governments often have a variety of opportunities.
Voter Turnout in Oakland County Communities in Nov. 4, 2025 Election
The November 2025 election is in the books and it is time to look at turnout.
Oakland County Kicks Off Local Gems Sweepstakes – Support Local Businesses, Enter to Win
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USDA Orders Pause on Food Assistance Benefits Due to Government Shutdown
Nearly 13% of Michigan households, approximately 1.4 million people, receive SNAP benefits. About 43% are families with children and 36% are families with members who are older adults or disabled.
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Oakland Thrive Restaurant Quest: Brody’s on Cass in Waterford
Brody’s, which is named after the owner’s son, is located at 1043 S. Cass Lake Road in Waterford Township
Test Results Show Reading Proficiency Among Third and Fourth Graders Across Oakland County
The charts below track the share of 3rd and 4th graders scoring Proficient or higher on the MEAP English Language Arts test, given in the Spring of this year, across Oakland County public school districts.
SEMCOG Online Survey Seeks Perceptions on SE Michigan’s Economy
Survey results will help shape Southeast Michigan’s next five-year economic development strategy.
Free Bikes 4 Kidz Charity Organization Seeks Bicycle Donations
On September 27, from 9 am to 2 pm, the community can donate used bikes at 10 locations across metro Detroit.
County Cautions Against Many Ways to Get Scammed
With a little awareness of the types of scams happening now and some practical tips on how to avoid them, you can protect yourself and your loved ones.
Oakland County Urges Prevention as First West Nile Case of the Year Confirmed
West Nile Virus is a mosquito-borne virus. Mosquitoes are infected with the virus by biting an infected bird.
Income Guidelines Announced for Free and Reduced School Meals Across Michigan
These guidelines aim to help make sure that no child goes hungry during the day, leading to better learning and overall health.
Nonprofits and Local Governments Can Apply for DTE Tree Planting Grants
“Tree planting is more than an environmental initiative; it’s a way to bring neighbors together, strengthen local pride and create healthier, more vibrant places to live.
Oakland County Adds Accessibility Features and Language Translations to Website
The enhancements include a live translation feature supporting more than 60 languages and a suite of accessibility tools designed to assist users with disabilities.